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BNH’s September Newsletter for Seniors is now available! Get updates on Seniors Programming (both in-person and digital), learn more about your neighbours, and more! |
Stretching and Mediation
| Fridays | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm | In-person at Amazing Brentwood Mall (4567 Lougheed Hwy) |
We are excited to announce this new class exploring holistic stretching and meditation techniques that combines motion and inaction to cultivate both the interior and exterior of the body. Much like Qi Gong, in this practice you will learn a set of exercises known for rejuvenating and energizing.
With minimal instruction, participants can easily follow along and gradually understand the movements.
See poster for more info.
To register please call 604-294-5444 or email northinfo@burnabynh.ca.
Mahjong Club
| Friday, June 30 | From 11:00 am | In-person at North House (4908 Hastings St) |
| Friday, July 14 | From 11:00 am | In-person at North House (4908 Hastings St) |
| Friday, July 28 | From 11:00 am | In-person at North House (4908 Hastings St) |
Come share in our love of Mahjong! This community-led group will meet every other week at 11 am North Burnaby Neighbourhood House (4908 Hastings St.) to play an Asian (Hong Kong style) version of the game.
Mahjong is a challenging game that involves skill and (sometimes!) luck. Quick thinking and mental complexity are always present in the game. It keeps the mind sharp and in good health.
New players of all levels of experience are welcome — whether you’re a pro, need to sharpen your skills, or are just learning to play, there’s a table waiting for you! If you have never played before members will be happy to share their love of the game and teach others to play.
See the poster for more info.
Please contact northinfo@burnabynh.ca or call 604-294-5444 to register. Space is limited.
Caregiver Afternoon Walk
| Thursday, July 6 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Deer Lake Park |
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon walk at Deer Lake Park – connect with the sights and sounds of nature at this beautiful Burnaby park.
See poster for details.
If you would like to join us please reserve your spot by contacting Kathy at kathyb@burnabynh.ca or 236-885-7303.
Caregiver Lunch
| Thursday, Aug 3 | 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm | In-person at Brentwood (2055 Rosser Ave) |
Join us for lunch and a guest speaker from the Primary Care Network (PCN).
We are fortunate to have a presentation from Veronica de Jong from the PCN. She will be talking about navigating the Healthcare System and how to get on the list for a family doctor. This is a wonderful opportunity to get answers to healthcare-related questions.
Please see the poster for more details
To register: Contact Kathy at 236-885-7303 or kathyb@bbyseniors.ca
Caregiver Picnic
| Thursday, September 7th | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Central Park |
The sun is out and shining and the weather is still pleasant for a nice picnic to end the beautiful summer.
Join us at the Central Park for a fun picnic on 7th September from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
See poster for details.
Contact Kathy at kathyb@burnabynh.ca or 238-885-7303 to register.
Community Cafe
| Fridays | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | In-person at BNH North House |
Drop in to chat and relax, or take part in the activities and games going on that day. Bring your favourite game to share with others or learn something new. The Mahjong Club is now part of this group and will meet at this time.
This is open to anyone who wants to connect over a tea or coffee with others in the community, and if you want to play table games, so much the better!
Dementia Friends Cafe
| Last Thursday of the month | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm | In-person at BNH South House (4460 Beresford St) |
Please see the poster for more information and contact at 604-375-5778 or faryar@bbyseniors.ca to register.
Choose to Move – Caregiver Edition
| Wednesdays | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm | In-person at BNH South House (4460 Beresford St) |
In this new group you will receive support from an activity coach as well as peer support as you develop a personal action plan to help you meet your movement goals.
Keeping active and looking after ourselves is crucial to not only our own health but our ability to care for others.
Join us on Wednesdays at BNH South House and make those movement goals a reality!
See poster for details.
To reserve your spot or for more information contact Kathy at 604-431-0400 or email kathyb@burnabynh.ca.
Beginners Line Dancing
| Mondays | 9:30 am – 10:15 am | In-person at Amazing Brentwood (4567 Lougheed Hwy) |
Are you familiar with line dancing? Line dancing is a Western and Country style of dance where people stand in rows and perform choreographed movements together, sometimes in partners. The music and dancing will give you the energy you need to power through your day!
This program is starting in September and will run on Monday mornings from 9:30am to 10:15am at the Amazing Brentwood Mall. Please note that we are looking for committed learners, because this is not a drop-in class. Please see the flyer for more details.
To register or get more information, please email northinfo@burnabynh.ca or call (604) 294-5444.
Crochet Workshop
| Wednesdays | 10:00 am – 11:30 am | In-person at Brentwood (2055 Rosser Ave) |
Are you a crafty person? Or maybe you’d like to try something new that is fun and rewarding!
This class is intended for all levels, so whether you’ve never held a crochet hook before, or are already a seasoned expert, you’ll have fun no matter where you are in your crochet journey.
Join us every Wednesday at Brentwood for an hour and a half of crafty fun!
See poster for details.
Call 604-299-5778 to get registered, or for more information.
Cooling Event
| Thursday, July 27 | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | In-person at Brentwood (2055 Rosser Ave) |
Ready to beat the heat this summer? Come to our Cooling Event at Brentwood on July 27th from 1pm – 4pm to cool down and get refreshed!
There will be free activities for all ages, so bring the whole family!
Information will be available regarding all the programs BNH has to offer. Refreshments will be available by donation.
Call 604-299-5778 for more information and see poster for details.
Bollywood Dancing
| Wednesdays | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | In-person at BNH South House (4460 Beresford Ave) |
Are you familiar with Bollywood Dancing? It is an upbeat and dynamic style of dancing originating from Indian films. Even if you’ve never had experience in Bollywood Dancing, the fun music will have you moving and grooving!
This program is running Wednesday at 1pm to 2pm at the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House.
See poster for details.
Contact Lea at leak@burnabynh.ca or 604-431-0400 to register, or for more information.
Latin Beat
| Fridays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | In-person at BNH South House (4460 Beresford Ave) |
Are you looking for a fun morning of exercise? Come join Ivette at our South Burnaby House for a morning of upbeat dance with our new Latin Beat dance class.
This program runs on Fridays from 10am to 11am, a perfect addition into your morning and exercise routine!
See poster for details.
Email Lea at leak@burnabynh.ca or call 604-431-0400 to register, or for more information.
Board Game Drop-in
| Fridays | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | In-person at BNH North House (4908 Hastings St) |
Drop in to chat, learn or share a game. Bring one of your favourites to share with others or learn something new. The Mahjong Club is now part of this group and will meet at this time.
This is open to anyone who loves playing table games.
English Conversation Class
| Fridays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | In-person at BNH South House (4460 Beresford Ave) |
Do you want to get better at speaking English with others? This might be the program for you! Join Rowena for our English conversation class at the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House to get more comfortable speaking English in a supportive community environment.
This program runs on Fridays from 10am to 11am at our South House.
See poster for details.
To register, email Lea at leak@burnabynh.ca or call 604-431-0400.
Qi Gong – Saturday Class
| Saturdays | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | In-person at Amazing Brentwood Mall (4567 Lougheed Hwy) |
Qi Gong is a personal practice that led to fitness, flexibility, and internal peace that combines the physical benefits of exercise with the spiritual qualities of meditation, leading to full nourishment of both mind and body.
There are many different types of Qi Gong practices, but most of them involve slow-moving exercises that reflect the qualities of nature.
See poster for more details. Last class is Saturday, June 17.
To register please call 604-294-5444 or email northinfo@burnabynh.ca.
Spanish Speaking Skills
| Thursdays | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | In-person at BNH South House |
Hola! Are you looking to work on your Spanish speaking skills? Join us at our South location, at 4460 Beresford St in Burnaby for an hour and a half of working on your Spanish conversation skills with other members of your community. This program is running for 4 sessions on Thursdays, from 10:30am – 12:00pm.
A Burnaby Membership is required for this program, as well as a $5 program fee. See the poster for details.
To register or get more information, please email Carina at volunteer@burnabynh.ca, or call her at 604-431-0400.
Seniors Walking Group
| Every other Tuesday | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
Ready to get walking with the community? Join our Senior Walking Group! This group meets every other Tuesday afternoon for a one-hour walk around South Burnaby. What a great way to explore the area and meet your neighbours!
This program is held every other Tuesday from 12pm to 1pm, perfect for after lunch! It will run until the end of October.
See poster for details.
To register or find out more information, contact Lea at leak@burnabynh.ca or 604-431-0400.
Therapeutic Activation Program for Seniors
| Mondays and Thursdays | 10:30 am – 2:00 pm | BNH Community Hall (5024 Rumble St) |
Burnaby Neighbourhood House is launching a new, low-cost, social activity day program for Burnaby seniors, called TAPS. The program is funded by the Government of BC and managed by the United Way of the Lower Mainland. See poster for details.
Why Should You Join?
- Opportunity to meet new friends in a supportive environment.
- Physical activity programs like light, safe exercises designed for seniors, stretching, outdoor walks.
- Health and wellness programs like sensory sessions, music & art, brain games.
- Meet experts and learn about nutrition, managing chronic conditions, relaxation, pain management etc.
- Lunch is available.
Who Can Come?
- 55+ seniors in Burnaby
- Able to independently take part in activities
- Currently unable to participate in social programs due to lack of support, transportation, mobility, or health challenges.
If you think this program is for you or someone you know, please contact Lea at 604-431-0400 or leak@burnabynh.ca.
Senior’s Social & Games
| Wednesdays | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm | In-Person at BNH South House |
| Fridays | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | In-Person at BNH South House |
Join us Wednesday afternoons and Friday mornings for a cup of tea or coffee. Meet old friends and make new ones over conversations, or playing board games or cards.
Love BINGO? We always play BINGO on the first Friday of the month!
See poster for details.
If you’re interested, please contact Emily at emilyc@burnabynh.ca or 604-431-0400.
Seniors Connections
| Wednesdays | 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm | In-Person at BNH South House |
| Fridays | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | In-Person at BNH South House |
A schedule of our Wednesday and Friday activities are available!
Come by our South House and pick up a copy or call 604-431-0400 to have it emailed to you. Please refer to the July 2023 schedule for full program guide and more details.
To register: Contact Lea at 604-431-0400 or leak@burnabynh.ca
Caregiver Support Groups
| 2nd Thursday of every month | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-person at Brentwood (2055 Rosser Ave) |
| 4th Thursday of every month | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Online via Zoom |
Are you a friend or family member who provides unpaid care for an adult or senior?
Are you looking for a safe and confidential group to share your experiences and challenges with?
Are you looking for other resources or workshops to help and support you with this important role?
Join us in-person from 10:30am -12:30 pm on the 2nd Thursday and via Zoom from 6:00-8:00 pm on the 4th Thursday of the Month.
For more information, contact Kathy at 236.885.7303 or kathyb@burnabynh.ca.
Tai Chi & Sword
| Sword 32 Tai Chi | Wednesdays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | In-Person at BNH South House |
| 24 Tai Chi | Wednesdays | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | In-Person at BNH South House |
| 48 Tai Chi | Fridays | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | In-Person at BNH South House |
Tai Chi, as an ancient Chinese tradition, is practiced by many today. This slow and graceful exercise helps improve muscle strength and cardio health – that’s why it is so popular among seniors.
If you are 55 years or older, come join one of our weekly classes – whatever your level, we have the class for you. And if you feel like mixing it up, we also offer Tai Chi Sword to bring you different experiences. Click here for the poster.
For more information or to register, contact Lea at 604.431.0400 or leak@burnabynh.ca.
English Conversation
| Tuesdays | 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Beginner Level) Online — Click here to register |
Our EAL class is for people who would like to learn/improve their English skills. These class is a fun way to practice conversation, make new friends, and try learning! These volunteer-led EAL class is available throughout the year for beginner to intermediate level students.
If you have any questions about the online class please call 604-396-7307 or email literacy@burnabynh.ca. We can also help you learn to understand Zoom, just let us know!
See poster for details.
Digital Literacy Program
Would you like learn to use email, create files and documents, use excel, search the Internet or practice typing and writing skills on a computer? Volunteer Computer Instructors are available to help community residents with their computer learning needs. We offer support in multiple languages.
Drop in to this in-person program at the North House, South House or Brentwood. No registration required.
You can use one of the Neighbourhood House devices or bring your own device. For more information, email us at southcomputercafe@burnabynh.ca or northcomputercafe@burnabynh.ca.
Please see poster for more details.
In partnership with both SFU Department of Education and UBC Learning Exchange and with funding from the Government of Canada.
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South House 100 – 4460 Beresford St |
North House 4908 Hastings St |
Brentwood 2055 Rosser Avenue |
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Mondays: 12 pm – 2 pm Thursdays: 3 pm – 5pm Saturdays: 10 am – 12 pm **Sept 16 – Dec 16** 604-396-7307 or southcomputercafe@burnabynh.ca |
Mondays: 10 am – 12 pm Tuesdays: 1 pm – 3 pm 604-294-5444 or northcomputercafe@burnabynh.ca |
Wednesdays: 10 am – 12 pm 604-299-5778 or |
| September Calendar – South |
Qi Gong
| Mondays | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | In-person at Brentwood |
Discover the basic concepts of Qi (vital life force energy). Qi Gong focuses on slow-flowing movement and rhythmic breathing to promote relaxation and health. This gentle practice can add to anyone’s repertoire for health, stress management, and fitness. Join us in enhancing your own awareness of your energy.
The class is in person at Brentwood (2055 Rosser Ave).
See poster for more details.
For more info, please email annr@burnabynh.ca or call 604-294-5444.
Yoga
| Fridays | 7:30 am – 8:30 am | Online via Zoom |
Join us for Yoga classes via Zoom. Certified Yoga teacher, Mayra Chavez, practices Pranayama (breaths), Asanas (poses), and meditation.
Try yoga to increase your balance, strength, flexibility, and capacity to focus. You will discover many wonderful yoga poses to incorporate into your daily practice to release your stress and physical tension. Everyone is welcome!
Register at northinfo@burnabynh.ca or call 604-294-5444
Senior Peer Support
| Mondays | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | In-person at Brentwood |
Do you want to make changes in your life?
Are you looking for skills, tools and resources to solve everyday problems?
We have trained senior volunteers who can help you think of possible solutions to these issues and assist you in exploring your options.
See Poster for details.
For more information, contact Kathy at 236.885.7303 OR kathyb@burnabynh.ca.
Free Legal Clinic
| 4th Tuesday of every month | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | In-person at Brentwood |
Friendly Phone Calls
Stay connected through weekly phone calls from a volunteer! Click here for the poster.
For more information: Contact Alexis at 604.431.0400 or alexish@burnabynh.ca.
Grocery/Meal Delivery Program
We provide food hampers, prepared meals, and grocery shopping & free delivery to seniors who are living with health challenges and are experiencing food insecurity.
For more information, contact Emily at 778-288-3747 or emilyc@burnabynh.ca.
Frozen Meals for Seniors
If you are in need of a little extra support in the kitchen we provide delicious home-cooked meals in our licensed kitchen.
These are available for purchase at the South House for $5 each. Subsidies to help with cost are available.
See poster for details.
For more information please contact Emily at 604-431-0400 or emilyc@burnabynh.ca.
Form Filling Clinics
| By appointment only | All locations |
Need help completing your CPP, OAS, GIS, BC Housing Registry, SAFER or BC Bus Pass application? Trained volunteers will assist you with completing forms and provide information about local resources and services to help meet your needs.
See poster for details, and please contact Charlene to book your appointment at SeniorsTransport@bbyservices.ca or call 604-292-3901.
